Bulletin for the Week of September 6, 2009

Mission Intention for September

That the word of God may be better known, welcomed and lived as the source of freedom and joy.

MARRIAGE: We congratulate and offer our prayers for a happy marriage to Bryan John Caron and Emily Rose Reyell who were married in St. James Church on September 5th.

BISHOPS FUND APPEAL: The 2009 Bishop’s Fund Appeal will begin soon in our parish and throughout the Diocese of Ogdensburg. Our goal is to have 111 or more families participate in this important appeal. If we do this, we will surely exceed our parish financial target of $7223. Your gift to the 2009 Bishop’s Fund Appeal will help continue the vital ministries, services and programs that reach out to so many in need. Please consider making a pledge or one-time gift to this year’s effort.

The Bishop’s Fund Appeal - Agency Highlight

Tuition Assistance Program: Supports parents in their efforts to provide their children with a quality Catholic school education.

A FUN FILLED LABOR DAY: Celebrate Labor Day, Monday, September 7th at Holy Name Church grounds, AuSable Forks. Parade starts at 10:00. Food and games continue 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM.

CRAFT SHOW: The Ladies of St. Ann, Mooers Forks will have a Craft Show and Bake Sale on Saturday, October 17 at the St. Joseph Parish Center, 73 Maple Street, Mooers 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Crafters interested in renting a space can phone Marge Pombrio at 236-4577.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: Eucharistic Adoration offers to our people the opportunity to join those in the religious life to pray for the salvation of the world, souls everywhere and peace on earth. We cannot underestimate the power of prayer and the difference it will make in our world. (Bl. Mother Teresa of Calcutta). Eucharistic Adoration is held throughout the year every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 6 am to 9 pm at St. John’s Church Adoration Chapel, downstairs. Everyone is invited to spend some quiet time with Jesus anytime during these hours.

MARRIAGE TIP: In marriage, we lead and follow. It's like a dance in which we have to be sensitive to the signals of the other and balance our own needs with those of our spouse. Are you more of a leader or a follower?

Find more Marriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION REGISTRATION: Registration forms for the 2009-2010 Religious Education school year are available at the entrance to the Church. The Religious Education Program for Grades 1-5 will be held on Thursdays whenever the Saranac Central School is in session. The first class will be Thursday, October 8th. Parents are requested to pick up a form for each child in Grades 1-5. Complete the form and place it in the box designated for this purpose at the entrance to the Church. Include with each form a book fee of $20. St. James Religious Education is for St. James parishioners only. The completed registration form and book fee must be returned no later than Sunday, September 20th in order to be included in the program.

Religious Education for students in Grades 6-7 will be conducted as home study. A meeting of the parents of these children will be held onSunday, October 4 at 2:00 PM at the St. James Parish Center. At that time parents will be assisted in the method of home instruction and provided the books which will be used. Students in Grade 8-12 who have not yet been confirmed will participate in a two year Religious Education-Confirmation Preparation program to be held monthly on Sunday evenings at St. James Parish Center starting October 11th

BIRTHRIGHT VOLUNTEER TRAINING: When you hear of someone who is pregnant and in difficulties? Do you want to help her? Consider joining Birthright. Training will be held on Saturday, September 19th at 66 Clinton Street, Plattsburgh. To reserve your place, phone to arrange an interview with Anne Marie Healey at 834-7091 or 563-4300.

BACK TO SCHOOL PRAYER

God of all wisdom, you formed humankind in your own likeness and gave us an intellect to help us know you, our Creator, and the world you made. As we begin this new academic year, enlighten the minds of students with the inquisitiveness that seeks ever greater knowledge and understanding. Give teachers and professors the wisdom needed to guide the intellectual endeavors of those entrusted to them. Help all who fund and support education to recognize the value of discovering more about the world you have created and so draw ever closer to you, our Maker. Amen.

BATTLE OF PLATTSBURGH: The Battle of Plattsburgh commemoration events will be held September 7-13. Re-enactment is Saturday, September 12 at 1:00 with parade at 2:00 PM